I am grateful for the opportunities I have been given—to become knowledgeable in an area of science that is integral to the human experience, the reward system. I am grateful for the opportunities I have received to give back what I have been given. I believe that by teaching others about the effects of drugs on the brain and behavior, I can contribute in a small way to improving the health and well-being of those I reach. I support the recovery community by being an active member of the Long Island Recovery Association (LIRA) and Families in Support of Treatment (FIST) and believe that there is a path toward recovery for everyone